Chapter 2176: Chapter 2176: Speculations About the Life Empire
That’s right, the name of the empire is the Life Empire, whether this counts as a kind of dark humor is unknown.
In any case, when many people hear this name, their expressions become very strange. An empire established by the Undead would logically be called the Death Empire, but calling it the Life Empire is indeed odd.
The official explanation given is that within our empire, all life is completely equal.
Of course, whether it is truly equal is unknown to them, but various ranks within the empire are based on strength and contributions, not race. Regardless of whether a race is on the surface or underground, it is treated the same, even the Undead.
Of course, it is understandable that some races are naturally strong, while others are naturally weaker.
In summary, when the Life Empire was established, the news spread quickly to the surrounding areas. At the same time, there is no life-threatening danger for civilians here, and their lives are much more prosperous than before, attracting many people.
Many capable people fled their own cities and settled in the Life Empire, increasing its population. When many nearby cities realized something was wrong, they immediately sealed off their cities.
However, those loitering outside the cities were not something they could block. There were simply too many places outside the cities for people to escape to, with no way to stop them.
Fortunately, as an empire, the land is vast and expansive, incomparable to a mere city.
At this moment, many people from neighboring cities have gathered together. Although in the Life Empire, they urgently need to address this, as the threat of this empire is simply too great.
"The Life Empire, fine, that’s the name. Their power is truly extraordinary. I suggest we unite. I know none of us have the power to decide, nor do I, but we can reach a preliminary agreement. If there’s a way to contact the city’s upper class, we can do so and inform those behind us."
Their various methods are quite effective, with most having ways to contact from a distance.
"Wait, have you noticed something? Their capital city is not constructed in the Undead style."
"What’s strange about that? With so many races here, if it were in the Undead style, how would other races survive? Surely the upper class of other races wouldn’t all leave."
"No, that’s not the issue. If it were simply to accommodate other races, there’s no need to go to this extent. Also, some details of this city are off; just look around."
Someone pointed out details, explaining them bit by bit to everyone.
"But what do these details mean?" Not everyone is so clever.
The reason they reached the upper class is mostly due to their strength or strong backing. Many have strength but not much brains.
Don’t expect the city lord to employ the right people; most city lords are the strongest in the city. Their mighty strength supports a city, and many are mere brutes. The survival of such cities is almost miraculous, often internally chaotic.
What can you expect from upper-class figures coming from such cities?
"These details indicate that the king of the Life Empire is not an Undead Creature, but a normal life form." Upon hearing this, many felt uneasy.
"A normal life form, but though he looks human, his body exudes a deathly aura."
"Thus, that guy is likely a powerful being like an Undead Mage."
"What’s the use of this?" Someone else questioned.
The person was a bit impatient, but explained calmly, "Of course it’s useful. We have methods for dealing with the Undead, and different methods for normal life forms."
These folks are potential allies in the future; cities will need their power to survive.
"The reason many cities were destroyed before is that opponents were treated as genuine Undead Creatures. The wrong responses caused such failures. If dealing with ordinary life forms, negotiations are possible. Preferences of normal life forms differ from Undead, and this can be analyzed."
He could analyze it, but many here didn’t understand, leaving these matters to others to handle. In every city, there are always some who are adept thinkers.
Du You didn’t know they were analyzing him like this; after working all day, he was observing the effects.
The powerful formation he displayed had intimidated many.
"They’ve all gathered, engaging in secret meetings, just as I expected," Du You smiled, having anticipated people would gather, and his city was under his control.
There are countless methods of surveillance, their attempts to hide are meaningless.
"Should we warn them or deal with them?" A voice sounded beside him.
Du You waved his hand, "No need, it’s fine to let them spread the word. Before forming the empire, we needed to appear weak and quietly expand quickly. Now we need time to organize internal issues for national stability, thus intimidating the surroundings."
These words weren’t only for this person, but also to convey his intentions to others.
Lin Yucha smiled slightly, "Indeed, we need time now, as a country’s structure is unlike a city’s. Even the City Alliance isn’t a single entity."
No one understands this better than them. Fortunately, preparations had long been underway, not starting from scratch. But to fully implement everything will still take some time.
His Doppelganger and some advisors are strategizing, making it more efficient than any nation.
With the vast experience accumulated from conquering so many worlds, Du You can devise a governance system adaptable to this world’s composition and rules with just some understanding and arrangements.
Meanwhile, Du You has already begun organizing this world’s unique professional system.
